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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Kevin Ward #40662 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

A Remarkable Mid-Race Transition Kevin Ward delivered an impressive performance in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota, completing the 5K with a time of 18:54, translating to an impressive 6:06 min/mile pace. In a field of 6,521 participants, Kevin excelled by securing the top position in the M45-49 division and didn't sacrifice overall rank, finishing 32nd overall and 24th among male participants, demonstrating strength across multiple categories. The race splits highlight Kevin's strategic speed management. Starting with an 8:48 min/mile pace, his significant improvement to a 3:22 min/mile pace in the second mile is remarkable, propelling him from 510th to 15th overall. The final mile was consistent, with Kevin maintaining momentum and a pace of 6:08 min/mile, securing his dominance in the division. One area to explore is maintaining consistency from start to finish to potentially optimize overall rank further. Keep building on this excellent foundation!